Is it normal to look fatter after a mini tummy tuck?

Congratulations on your surgery! It is far too early to judge your results. Swelling at this phase of recovery is common and expected. I know it's hard to be patient but more time is needed. I encourage you to closely follow your surgeon's instructions and discuss all concerns. It will be several weeks before you will see your final results.

You are very early in your recovery and you will see changes through the next several months, swelling at this point is very normal. Be sure to follow all post operative instructions and discuss all concerns with your surgeon. Good luck.

Puffiness and swelling 12 days after mini tummy tuck and liposuction is very common, but any concerns of a fluid collection or increased pain should be communicated to your plastic surgeon.

Thank  you for your question. You are still in the very early stages of healing and you are most likely still very swollen and retaining water from trauma. I would consider you about 90% healed at 8 weeks post op and would tell you to wait until then the assess and evaluate further. Best of luck!

Dear Kcowie,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a tummy tuck surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides  you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery